In late 1995, a small Huntington Beach garage was buzzing with activity. Friends were busy hand-sewing wallets and handbags with old scraps of Naugahyde. Characters with whimsical names like Julius and Skurvy were created to decorate these accessories, which always seemed to bring a smile to the faces of whoever they were given to. Little did this small collective know that their humble accessories business would swiftly become an overnight success! Born out of the need for a fun outlet celebrating creativity and individuality in Orange County, Paul Frank Industries (PFI) was formally incorporated in December of 1997. Led by its bright color palette, vinyl fabric, and unique sensibilities, the company has attracted an almost cult-like following of teens and twenty-somethings that love PFI's witty take on everyday objects. Take, for example, their use of Naugahyde. A vinyl material that is more commonly associated with mid-century automobile seats, it was difficult to come by and completely unique to fashion accessories in 1995. Years later, the company still incorporates it into each season's accessories offering and introduces Small Paul, a fun line for kids.